catheterization?

DIPLOMATICRN4HIRE, MSN, RN · Jan 12, 2003

Its possible to get any type of infection when introducing anything into an urethra. Multiple introductions into an urethra just increases the possibilities.

Zoe

tgfnurses · Jan 13, 2003

So couldn't someone just apply an ointment or something to remove the rash?

DIPLOMATICRN4HIRE, MSN, RN · Jan 13, 2003

It needs to be cultured, and treated with antibiodics , Im sure there is a whopping UTI in there as well.

Zoe

sehbear · Jan 16, 2003

Definitely.... you can get anything really.... especially when you see some clients techniques!!!!

**canoehead, BSN, RN** · Jan 17, 2003

An ointment will only kill the fungus it touches, on the outside of the body. Likely the infection has spread right up the urethra via the catheter. So antibiotics by mouth or IV have to be used.

tgfnurses · Jan 19, 2003

Thank you very much.